Bidspirit auction | A Collection of Mixed Vintage

A Collection of Mixed Vintage and Modern Military, Commemorative, and Decorative Pins, Brooches, and Medals, including Sterling Silver Examples - This lot comprises a diverse collection of approximately 35-40 small decorative and commemorative items, presented in a black-framed, red velvet-lined case with individual compartments. The assortment primarily features pins, brooches, badges, and medals, alongside coins/tokens, a small pocket knife, and other metallic ornaments. Materials appear to be mostly silver-tone and gold-tone metals, with several pieces explicitly marked ”STERLING,” ”BEAU STERLING,” or ”STERLING BY KALLART.” Some items incorporate enamel or faux pearl accents. Styles vary widely, encompassing military or award-type medals, including one marked ”MULTINATIONAL OBSERVER FORCE,” patriotic emblems like an eagle over a shield marked ”NEW YORK,” and a circular pin bearing a male bust surrounded by Chinese characters translating to ”Long Live Chairman Chiang” (蔣委員長萬歲). Additional items feature figural designs such as leaves, birds, and animals, a small compass-like device, and an intact pocket knife. A few items bear ”SALE” tags. The collection exhibits a mixed vintage to possibly modern aesthetic. Wreath-shaped ”BEAU STERLING” brooch: 1.75 inches diameter Sunflower-like brooch: 1.5 inches wide Cross-shaped medal/pin: 1 inch square Leaf-shaped pin: 3.5 inches long Bird-shaped pin: 2 inches long The collection exhibits varying degrees of surface wear and tarnish consistent with age and use. Generally, the items present in good, collectible condition. Several items retain original price or descriptive tags. The pocket knife appears intact. Burns in-house shipping is available. Pick up is Tuesday, Dec. 16 from 2pm to 7 pm at our gallery in Lancaster, Ohio 43130 or we will provide in-house shipping for this item. We will charge a $5 fee if you want to pick this lot up another day. Once packed up we will send you an invoice for shipping & handling. Shipping questions: shipping@burnsbid.com. Sales tax is collected on this auction. AB98